COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot
PRODUCER
Château Léoville-Las-Cases
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Léoville Las Cases 2021 is a distinguished red wine from the Saint-Julien appellation of Bordeaux, classified as a Deuxième Grand Cru Classé. The estate, owned by Jean-Hubert Delon, is known for its exceptional terroir and dedication to producing structured, age-worthy wines. The 2021 vintage is notable for its blend, featuring a higher proportion of Cabernet Franc than Merlot for the first time in the estate's history. This vintage was cultivated in a challenging year, requiring careful vineyard management to achieve its characteristic purity and structure. The vineyards are situated in the Haut-Médoc, benefiting from gravelly soils adjacent to Château Latour.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€119
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
First vintage with Cabernet Franc percentage higher than Merlot.
Fact 02
Vineyards are neighbors to Château Latour.
Fact 03
Considered by many to be of First Growth quality.
Fact 04
Harvested between September 28th and October 8th.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Château Léoville Las Cases for the 2021 vintage involves traditional Bordeaux techniques. Fermentation typically takes place in old oak vats, followed by an aging period of approximately 18 months. A significant portion, around 85%, of the wine is matured in new French oak barrels. The harvest for this vintage occurred between September 28th and October 8th. A notable aspect of the 2021 vintage is the strategic decision to increase the proportion of Cabernet Franc in the blend, marking a historical shift for the estate.
